Number: RL30029
Title: AFRICA BACKGROUNDER: HISTORY, U.S. POLICY, PRINCIPAL CONGRESSIONAL ACTIONS
Authors: Raymond W. Copson, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division 
Abstract: This report introduces the region by providing an overview of Africa's history, a summary of U.s. policy toward Africa, and a listing of principal congressional actions affecting the region. It concludes with suggestions for further reading and a list of selected Congressional Research Service (CRS) documents.
Pages: 25
Date: Updated January 5, 2001